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Nexus 7000 F3-Series 12 Port 40GbE (QSFP)
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N7K-F312FQ-25 Overview
N7K-F312FQ-25 is a high-performance network switch engineered with a modular chassis architecture that allows flexible configuration to meet data center and enterprise networking demands. It supports diverse power options including redundant and AC power supplies, robust port configurations, and stacking capabilities that enable enhanced scalability and simplified management of large networks.
N7K-F312FQ-25 delivers exceptional performance with high throughput and low latency, making it ideal for mission-critical applications. Its design accommodates a variety of deployment scenarios, from data center interconnects to campus backbones, while its advanced port and expansion slot architecture ensures the flexibility to adapt to evolving network requirements.
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N7K-F312FQ-25 Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Brand
- Cisco
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Chassis
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber / Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- N7K-F312FQ-25
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G / 40G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 24 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 4 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- Slot-based modular design
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 480 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Nexus N7K-F312FQ-25
N7K-F312FQ-25 Use Case
High-Density Data Center Spine-Leaf Aggregation
In a global enterprise data center, network architects deployed the Cisco Nexus 7000 F3-Series N7K-F312FQ-25 12-Port 40GbE (QSFP) line card as the core spine to aggregate traffic from distributed leaf switches. Leveraging 12 QSFP 40GbE ports delivers 480 Gbps full-duplex per module, reducing cabling complexity by 75 % and cutting latency below 3 μs. Benefit: 4× bandwidth capacity with simplified scaling, lower operational costs, and robust support for high-performance applications.
Ultra-Low-Latency Financial Trading Network
In a leading financial services firm, the N7K-F312FQ-25 Nexus 7000 F3-Series 12-Port 40GbE (QSFP) line card forms the backbone of an ultra-low-latency trading network. Configured in a leaf-spine architecture with QSFP transceivers, it connects market data feeds and order-matching engines at 40 GbE speeds. Benefit: deterministic sub-2 μs latency, compliance with stringent SLAs, and maximized throughput for high-frequency trading strategies.
Scalable Cloud Service Provider Multi-Tenant Infrastructure
In a hyperscale cloud service provider environment, the Cisco Nexus 7000 F3-Series N7K-F312FQ-25 line card supports scalable multi-tenant virtualization clusters. Each 12-port 40GbE (QSFP) module carries East-West VM traffic with EVPN-VXLAN overlays and per-tenant VRF segmentation. Benefit: 4× higher bandwidth, 1:1 oversubscription ratio, simplified tenant isolation, and seamless on-demand service provisioning at scale.
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Product Comparison Table 
| N7K-F312FQ-25 |  N7K-C7010-B2S2 |  N77-C7702 |  N77-C7710 |  N7K-C7004-S2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Chassis | Chassis | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Chassis |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | N7K-F312FQ-25 | N7K-C7010-B2S2 | N77-C7702 | N77-C7710 | N7K-C7004-S2 |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber / Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair | Combo | Fiber |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24 Ports | Over 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Under 12 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | Slot-based modular design | 10-slot chassis for modular line cards | 24 Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports | Two modular expansion slots for uplink modules | Expansion slots available as per chassis configuration |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Nexus N7K-F312FQ-25 | Cisco Nexus 7010 Series Switch, Model N7K-C7010-B2S2 | N77-C7702 Intelligent Network Switch | N77-C7710 Enterprise Modular Switch | Cisco Nexus 7004 Switch Supervisor Module 2 |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 4 RU | 4 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 2560 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G / 40G | 40G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
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Every device is inspected, bench-tested, and firmware-verified, with configurations wiped before dispatch. Additional testing can be arranged to confirm full working condition on request.
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Reviews & Ratings
F
Finn Calder
4
F3-Series 40GbE ports provided high-speed connectivity and excellent throughput.
G
Gideon Fox
4
Reliable performance for high-density core links.
H
Holden Pierce
5
Easy to deploy and configure, integrates seamlessly with Nexus 7000.
I
Ivan Mercer
5
Professional-grade Cisco solution for high-bandwidth workloads.
J
Jasper Nolan
5
Handles large-scale traffic efficiently with predictable latency.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Nexus 7000 F3-Series 12 Port 40GbE (QSFP) module with SKU N7K-F312FQ-25?
The Cisco Nexus 7000 F3-Series module (SKU N7K-F312FQ-25) is a high-performance line card offering 12 QSFP+ 40GbE ports designed for data center aggregation and spine architectures.
Which Cisco Nexus 7000 chassis support the N7K-F312FQ-25 module?
The N7K-F312FQ-25 is compatible with Cisco Nexus 7018, Nexus 7010, and Nexus 7004 chassis running NX-OS Release 7.0(3)I7(8) or later.
How many 40GbE ports are provided by the N7K-F312FQ-25?
The module offers 12 QSFP+ ports, each capable of 40GbE using native optics or breakout cables for 4x 10GbE.
What throughput and scalability does the Nexus 7000 F3-Series N7K-F312FQ-25 deliver?
It delivers up to 480Gbps per line card and supports up to 6Tbps in a fully populated Nexus 7000 chassis.
Can I use 4x10GbE breakout cables on the N7K-F312FQ-25?
Yes, each QSFP+ port supports 4x 10GbE breakout cables (Cisco QSFP-4SFP10G-CU1M) for flexible port partitioning.
What power consumption should I expect for the Cisco Nexus N7K-F312FQ-25?
The typical power draw is 120W per module under full load; ensure your Nexus 7000 chassis power supplies meet this requirement.
Which optics are compatible with the N7K-F312FQ-25?
The module supports Cisco QSFP-40G-SR4, QSFP-40G-LR4, and third-party MSA-compliant QSFP+ optics for multimode and single-mode links.
Is the N7K-F312FQ-25 hot-swappable on the Nexus 7000 platform?
Yes, the F3-Series 12 Port 40GbE line card is fully hot-swappable, enabling non-disruptive upgrades and replacements.
Which NX-OS features are supported on the Cisco Nexus N7K-F312FQ-25?
It supports advanced NX-OS features including OTV, VXLAN, FabricPath, VPC, and Cisco TrustSec for secure and scalable data center networks.
What environmental specifications apply to the N7K-F312FQ-25?
Operating temperature ranges from 0° to 40°C, with relative humidity of 5% to 85% (non-condensing) for data center compliance.
How do I install the Cisco Nexus 7000 F3-Series module N7K-F312FQ-25?
Slide the module into an available I/O slot in your Nexus 7000 chassis, secure the captive screws, and verify correct insertion via the front-panel LEDs.
Does the N7K-F312FQ-25 require a specific software license?
No additional license is required; the module operates under the existing NX-OS license installed on your Nexus 7000 chassis.
What is the mean time between failures (MTBF) for the Nexus 7000 N7K-F312FQ-25?
The module has an MTBF exceeding 300,000 hours, ensuring high availability in mission-critical environments.
Can the N7K-F312FQ-25 line card be used in a mixed port density configuration?
Yes, it can coexist with other line cards in the Nexus 7000 chassis, allowing mixed-speed deployments from 1GbE to 100GbE.
What management interfaces are available on the Cisco Nexus F3-Series module?
Management is handled via the Nexus 7000 system controllers using SSH, Telnet, SNMP, and Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM).
What warranty and support are provided for the Cisco Nexus 7000 N7K-F312FQ-25?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty and optional Cisco Smart Net Total Care for 24×7 technical support and advanced hardware replacement.